Designing with Love
Designing with Love
What does it take to design learning experiences that truly work? Join Jackie Pelegrin, award-winning instructional designer and Grand Canyon University (GCU) adjunct instructor, as she explores instructional design, e-learning, and AI integration. Expect actionable tips, real-world insights, and conversations with students, alumni, and industry leaders shaping the future of learning.
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Designing with Love

Designing with Love

Designing with love, purpose, and heart.

This show explores instructional design, e-learning, and how to incorporate AI technology into different aspects of the field.

Tune in for expert tips, real-world insights, and inspiring stories from students, alumni, and leaders in the field.

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Recent Episodes

Working with IT, Security, and Procurement: The New Collaboration Trio
June 17, 2026

Working with IT, Security, and Procurement: The New Collaboration Trio

AI tools can make learning design faster and more creative, but the moment a tool touches prompts, uploads, learner responses, employee information, or system integrations, approvals can feel like a hard stop. We talk through...

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Accessibility Is a Competitive Edge with Maxwell Ivey
June 14, 2026

Accessibility Is a Competitive Edge with Maxwell Ivey

Accessibility isn’t a box to tick at launch; it’s the backbone of products people actually trust. Jackie sat down with Maxwell “The Blind Blogger” Ivey—founder of The Accessibility Advantage and longtime advocate for inclusiv...

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AI Tutors, Coaches, and Practice Bots: When They Help and When They Don't
June 10, 2026

AI Tutors, Coaches, and Practice Bots: When They Help and When They D…

A bot can sound warm, responsive, and confident, and still teach the wrong thing. That’s the tension we dig into as we explore AI tutors, AI coaches, and practice bots through the lens that matters most to instructional desig...

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Designing Learning That Actually Changes Behavior with Dr. Steven Linley
June 7, 2026

Designing Learning That Actually Changes Behavior with Dr. Steven Lin…

Training that doesn’t change behavior is just content, and content alone won’t move a business metric. Jackie sat down with Dr. Steven Linley, a learning strategist and adult learning expert, to unpack how to turn “we need tr...

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Recent Blog Posts

Navigating AI Tool Approvals: A Guide for Instructional Designers
June 17, 2026

Navigating AI Tool Approvals: A Guide for Instructional Designers

In the rapidly evolving landscape of instructional design, the integration of AI tools can often feel like navigating a maze. You may have the perfect tool in mind, but suddenly, you're faced with numerous approvals and questions from IT, security, …

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Embracing Accessibility: The Key to Success for Educational Institutions and Organizations with Maxwell Ivey
June 14, 2026

Embracing Accessibility: The Key to Success for Educational Instituti…

In the digital age, accessibility is no longer an optional feature; it is a necessity for organizations and educational institutions. In this enlightening episode of the Designing with Love podcast, host Jackie Pelegrin speaks with Maxwell Ivy, foun…

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AI-Driven Practice Design: Essential Guidelines for Instructional Designers
June 10, 2026

AI-Driven Practice Design: Essential Guidelines for Instructional Des…

In the rapidly evolving field of instructional design, the integration of AI technologies presents both opportunities and challenges. As educators and designers, it's crucial to harness these tools effectively to enhance learning experiences. In thi…

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About the Host

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Jackie Pelegrin

Award-Winning Instructional Designer, College Professor, Consultant, and Podcast Host

Jackie, an Arizona native, leverages decades of experience as an award-winning instructional designer within both higher education and the corporate world. She holds an MBA and a Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology, both acquired through online learning. In addition to her full-time role, Jackie serves as an award-winning adjunct instructor, teaching online courses at Grand Canyon University. During her leisure time, she delights in reading books across a range of genres, enjoying movies and TV shows, playing games, listening to uplifting music, and spending quality time with her family and friends.